No matter what political conditions surround us, it is our sacred mission to continue to build Jewish communities and leaders who will work for true equity, justice, and democracy for all. [Cheryl Cook]
OpEd: Under Trump, We Jews Will Have to Rely on Our Values, Traditions Read More »
Antisemitism, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
The global surge in antisemitic rhetoric and violence triggered by Hamas’ October 7th massacre reminds us that antisemitism remains a potent threat to the fabric of democratic societies. The incident in Amsterdam should be viewed as Europe’s new Kristallnacht – a stark warning of the dangers of unfettered hate. (Sacha Roytman-Dratwa)
Mobs Attack Israelis, Other Jews in Amsterdam following Soccer Match Read More »
Antisemitism, International, Israel, Opinion, Sports & Competitions, Staff and Bylined Contributors
“Twas the night after the Elections and all through the house. Not one political postcard received, not even one political ad shown!” [Cailin Acosta]
All’s Quiet on the Election Home Front Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Israel, Jewish Religion, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USA
Playing Cards suggest a gallery of portraits of the people most influential in your life; bobbleheads might immortalize the people you put on a pedestal; scented candles might bring back favorite aromas such as burning leaves in Fall (now outlawed for reasons of air pollution) or perhaps the smell of a relative’s pipe tobacco. [Donald H. Harrison]
‘Gift Shop of Gratitude’ Links Common Souvenir Items to How Readers Experience Life Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Business & Finance, Donald H. Harrison, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Many Israelis, whether as individuals in groups or associations, have taken it upon themselves to provide ‘extra-curricular’ help to the wounded soldiers, visiting them in hospitals, bringing them food or special treats, and generally doing what they can to improve the morale of sturdy young men who suddenly find themselves in a situation of near-helplessness.[Dorothea Shefer-Vanson]
Mending Broken IDF Soldiers Read More »
Dorothea Shefer-Vanson, Israel, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food
The Torah instructs us to reconnect with the essence of our souls by leaving behind “your land,” which represents our attachment to materialism. Even if we feel trapped in a state of depression or worldly concerns, the path to liberation lies within those very circumstances, the Torah offers us a path forward. [Michael R. Mantell, Ph.D]
Parsha Lech Lecha: Leaving Our Comfort Zones Read More »
Jewish Religion, Michael Mantell, Staff and Bylined Contributors
When I think about how Kamala Harris ran her campaign, she faced significant challenges, some of which stemmed from her campaign’s messaging strategies and public perception issues. Here are several key factors that played into her campaign’s difficulties: [Rabbi Dr. Michael Leo Samuel]
OpEd: Dissecting Kamala Harris’ Losing Campaign Read More »
Michael Leo Samuel-Rabbi, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
I woke up from my sleep today
To learn Trump had his win.
And I feared for our democracy
And the purges he’ll begin. … [Laurie Baron]
Satire: ‘I’m Proud to be a Californian’ Read More »
California, Lawrence Baron, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USA
Jewish reactions were mixed over Donald Trump’s victory over Kamala Harris — to be expected as he had some strong backers and strong opponents among the Jewish people. [SDJW staff]
Jewish Reactions to Donald Trump’s Presidential Victory Read More »
Antisemitism, Israel, Lifestyles, Opinion, Press Release, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Jews, both on and off the ballot, were winners and losers Tuesday, Nov. 5, with former President Donald Trump’s victory over Vice President Kamala Harris. [Donald Harrison]
How Jews Fared in the 2024 General Elections Read More »
California, Donald H. Harrison, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
“Jews in Opera” will feature the recorded voices of 15 outstanding Jewish opera singers at 2 p.m., Thursday, Nov.14, in the Astor Judaic Library of the Lawrence Family JCC. Many of the recordings are from the Music Collection of the Astor Judaica Library. I will be hosting the program, and my in-person guest will be the distinguished Ukrainian-born mezzo soprano, Susanna Poretsky. [Eileen Wingard]
Voices of Jewish Opera Stars to be Savored at the JCC on Nov. 14 Read More »
Eileen Wingard, International, Jewish History, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Former MSNBC host Mehdi Hasan and Columbia Law School professor Katherine Franke, both supporters of the Palestinian cause, experienced their own how-does-it-feel moments. [Bruce S. Ticker]
Anti-Arab Slur, Legal Dispute Mar Jewish Response to Antisemitism Read More »
Bruce Ticker, Israel, Middle East, News Media, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USAElection day is here and I decided to share the following prayer I read from myjewishlearning.com: [Cailin Acosta]
A Prayer for Election Day Read More »
Antisemitism, Cailin Acosta, International, Jewish Religion, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, USA
This Jewish love story is woven into an account of Napoleon’s unsuccessful war in Egypt and Ottoman Palestine in the final years of the 18th century. Descriptions of the battles and the wanton cruelty of both sides in the war pitting mainly French Christian troops against indigenous and Turkish Muslim defenders remind current-day readers of the murderous barbarism attendant to Hamas’ invasion of southern Israel on October 7, 2023. [Donald H. Harrison]
A Jewish Tale Woven Through Napoleon’s Campaign in Egypt and Eretz Israel Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Donald H. Harrison, International, Israel, Staff and Bylined Contributors